We can't be friends if you don't love to take classic childhood treats and make them even better! These Lucky Charms cereal treats are a fun and whimsical example of taking it to the next level. Instead of the usual Rice Krispies, I used a leprechaun-approved cereal to add a festive touch in honor of St. Patrick's Day. With their crispy yet chewy texture, these colorful treats come together effortlessly in just a little over 30 minutes.
The magic to making this easy treat is that it only needs three essential ingredients. The buttery notes combined with the familiar vanilla sweetness of the marshmallows mix perfectly with the Lucky Charms cereal to create a wonderfully nostalgic, crispy snack. Using fresh marshmallows ensures they melt seamlessly, and while rainbow sprinkles are optional, I highly recommend them for an extra pop of color!
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You can enjoy them as they are or with a glass of cold milk for dunking. If you're in the mood for a decadent dessert, serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to complement the crispy texture.
Video: Lucky Charms Cereal Treats
Overview
Servings: 9 pieces (each square about 2.5 in.)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cool time: 20 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Tools You'll Need
- Rubber spatula
- Large pot
- 8 x 8 x 3-in. square cake pan
- Parchment paper
- Knife
- Plastic bag or piping bag (optional)
Ingredients You'll Need
- 6 cups Lucky Charms cereal
- Cooking spray
- 4 Tbsp. unsalted butter
- 1 bag marshmallows (10 oz,, fresh)
- 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles/jimmies (optional)
- 4 oz. white chocolate or white candy melts (optional)
1. Save some Lucky Charms marshmallows
Separate some of the Lucky Charms marshmallows from the cereal to save as the topping.
2. Spray nonstick spray on cake pan
Spray the cake pan with nonstick spray and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
3. Melt butter
In a large pot, heat the butter until melted.
4. Add marshmallows
Add all of the marshmallows (excluding the Lucky Charms marshmallows) and stir until just about melted. Turn off the heat and use the residual heat in the pot to melt so you don't burn the marshmallows.
5. Add cereal and sprinkles
Add all the cereal and rainbow sprinkles to the melted marshmallows.
6. Mix everything
Mix the melted marshmallows and cereal using a rubber spatula. Spray the spatula to make it less sticky if you're having trouble mixing everything.
7. Spread evenly in cake pan
Using the same spatula, press the mixture evenly into the pan.
8. Drizzle melted chocolate (optional)
Melt white chocolate or white candy melts in a warm water bath and transfer to a plastic bag or piping bag. Drizzle melted chocolate on top to help the toppings stick together.
9. Add toppings
Add the sprinkles and the Lucky Charms marshmallows on top.
10. Cool & cut
Let it cool and cut it into squares that are about 2.5 in. These cereal treats are best eaten on the same day they're made. Enjoy!